What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President Operations position at Alongside ABA?
Alongside is a leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services dedicated to supporting families with children on the autism spectrum across Southern California. As we embark on growth and expansion of our services in homes, schools and clinics, we remain committed to delivering innovative, compassionate, and evidence-based services. We are driven by a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and an unwavering commitment to the families we serve. We work closely with families, professionals and stakeholders to meet the needs of our communities and to empower families to realize their best outcomes. We believe in empowering our teams, investing in professional development, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
We are seeking a dynamic Vice President of Operations (VPO) to lead the execution of our operational strategy and plan, ensuring the highest standards of service quality while fostering a culture of collaboration and growth. Our VPO will be a key driver in scaling our operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Operational Leadership & Strategic Planning & Execution :
- Oversee daily operations across all service locations, ensuring consistent, high-quality, evidence-based ABA interventions.
- Lead the implementation of best practices and maintain operational standards across all teams.
- Establish, implement, and communicate the strategic direction of the organization’s operations division.
- Develop and execute strategic operational plans aligned with the company's long-term vision and growth objectives.
- Establish, communicate, and implement operations-related policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent support and execution.
- Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in operations management.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and achieve company goals while providing expertise and guidance on operations projects and systems.
- Manage budget execution and optimize operational costs to achieve financial goals and targets.
- Team Leadership & Development :
- Consult, train, mentor, and manage cross-functional department teams, fostering a culture of accountability and professional development.
- Promote teamwork, continuous improvement, and a positive organizational culture.
- Lead implementation of priorities
- Process Improvement & Data Analysis :
- Identify and implement process enhancements to increase efficiency and scalability.
- Utilize key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational data to inform decisions and drive improvements.
- Identify, recommend, and implement new processes, technologies, and systems to improve and streamline organizational processes and use of resources and materials.
- Stakeholder Engagement :
- Collaborate with directors, administrative staff, and external partners to ensure cohesive operations.
- Improve the overall customer experience by implementing strategic solutions.
- Report actuals vs. plans to the CEO
- Present periodic performance reports and metrics to the chief executive officer and other leadership.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
What We Offer
If you are ready to make a significant impact in the behavioral health field and help lead Alongside to new heights of operational excellence, we encourage you to apply for the Vice President of Operations role. We look forward to your contribution in expanding our mission and improving lives!
Alongside is an Equal Opportunity Employer and qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability or veteran status or disability, as well as other classifications protected by applicable state or local laws.
